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What is a behavior associate?

Behavior Associates are professionals who work with individuals—often children—with behavioral challenges or developmental disorders, such as autism. They implement behavior intervention plans developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to help clients develop positive behaviors and social skills. Behavior Associates typically conduct sessions in homes, schools, or clinical settings, collect data on client progress, and collaborate with other care team members. Their work is crucial for helping clients reach their developmental and behavioral goals.

What does a behavior associate do in an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) setting?

A typical day for a Behavior Associate in an ABA setting involves working one-on-one with clients, often children with autism or related developmental disorders, to implement behavior intervention plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You may spend time collecting data on client behaviors, teaching new skills, and managing challenging behaviors using evidence-based techniques. Collaboration with supervising BCBAs and regular communication with caregivers are common, and you may work in various environments such as clinics, schools, or clients’ homes. Flexibility and attention to detail are essential, as each session is tailored to the client's individual needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a behavior associate?

To thrive as a Behavior Associate, you need a background in psychology or a related field, an understanding of behavioral intervention strategies, and often a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Familiarity with data collection software, behavior analysis tools, and electronic health records is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and adaptability help you effectively support clients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for delivering consistent, evidence-based behavioral interventions and supporting positive outcomes for clients.

Is a behavior associate entry-level?

Behavior Associate positions are typically entry-level roles that require minimal prior experience, often suitable for recent graduates or individuals new to the field. These roles usually involve on-the-job training and may require basic knowledge of behavioral principles or related certifications such as CPR or first aid. Advancement often depends on experience and additional training.

What are the most commonly searched types of Behavior jobs in Oregon?

The most popular types of Behavior jobs in Oregon are:

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Behavior Associate jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Behavior Associate job openings:

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Behavioral Health Integration Clinician - Associate Level

Mindoula Health

Eugene, OR • On-site, Remote

$50K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Mindoula Health rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Mindoula Health's Collaborative Care Program (CCP) is expanding to Oregon. Our mission is to improve quality of life for patients living with behavioral health challenges and chronic medical conditions. We do this by embedding behavioral health into primary care - so patients receive coordinated, effective care without barriers.

Why Do Clinicians Choose Mindoula?

  • Support for associate-level clinicians - structured supervision, case consultation, and pathway toward independent licensure
  • At Mindoula we value your clinical skills and ideas. We use structured clinical workflows and evidence-based metrics to help clinicians work smarter, not harder
  • Your clinical input matters - we are expanding our Collaborative Care programs and actively incorporate clinician feedback into workflow design and improvements
  • Supported caseload management - Collaborative Care caseloads are structured to ensure meaningful contact and clinical impact
  • Documentation time is protected - we do not expect after-hours charting
  • We practice a true team-based care model - including weekly psychiatric case review and close collaboration with the patient's primary care provider
  • Meaningful clinical autonomy within outpatient hours
  • Strong and experienced leadership that listens to clinicians and adapts the model based on feedback
  • Structured onboarding, case consultation support, and gradual scaling to model standards as you become comfortable with workflows

What You Will Do:

The Behavioral Health Integration Clinician- Associate Level is a core member of the Collaborative Care team - partnering with PCPs and psychiatric consultants to provide short-term, targeted, evidence-based care. Under supervision, you will:

  • Screen/assess for mental health + substance use disorders
  • Provide short-term, brief interventions using evidence-based approaches (BA, PST, MI, etc.) - not traditional long-form therapy sessions
  • Support medication adherence / side effect monitoring
  • Provide education + self-management support
  • Track clinical response (in-person, video, or phone) and adjust plan as needed
  • Refer for specialty care when appropriate
  • Participate in weekly psychiatric case consultation
  • Document in EHR consistent with model workflows
  • Re-engage patients who fall out of care
  • Practice under supervision of independently licensed clinicians (as required by Oregon Board regulations).

What you will need:

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
  • Associate level licenses: Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA)
  • 3+ years of experience working with adult populations w/ chronic medical + behavioral needs
  • Experience with EMRs + telehealth workflows
  • Proficiency with technology and using multiple applications
  • Located in Oregon (majority of services are remote)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Hybrid: Minimum of three days a week in the clinic.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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